Each October, Disability Employment Awareness Month provides us with an opportunity to celebrate and advance inclusive workplaces. While employer awareness is growing, the gap between intention and action remains wide. In 2023, only 47% of people with disabilities were employed, compared to 67% of those without — even though most employers report a willingness to hire inclusively. What will it take to close this gap — and how does neuroinclusive employment play a role?
Through the Neuroinclusive Employment Project, in partnership with the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC), we explored how employers can take meaningful steps to recruit, hire, and retain neurodivergent talent — and what it takes to move beyond good intentions. SRDC surveyed and interviewed employers across Canada to uncover practical strategies and real-world examples of neuroinclusive employment. The research also identified how inclusion efforts can be strengthened and where more targeted support is needed.
To learn more, click here to view or download a research summary on insights from the knowledge synthesis phase of research to help employers strengthen their capacity to foster inclusive workplaces. These evidence-based strategies and practices can help to increase employment opportunities and foster inclusion, with a special focus on neuroinclusion, in the workplace.